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By Farms.com Ontario Farmers within the path of totality are gearing up for the forthcoming solar eclipse event, which is anticipated to bring a notable influx of visitors to rural areas. To aid farmers in protecting their property and addressing potential risks associated with increased visitor activity, here are key steps farm owners can take: Secure Your Property: Give top priority to farm security by identifying and addressing potential hazards that might attract unwanted guests. Secure equipment, hazardous materials, and prominently display "No Trespassing" signs. Keep records of security measures implemented for future reference. Understand Trespass Laws: Get acquainted with trespass laws in your area to ensure compliance and mitigate liability risks. Take reasonable steps to warn trespassers about potential dangers. Manage Guest Responsibilities: For farmers considering hosting eclipse-related activities or inviting guests onto their property, understand liability issues, insurance coverage, and permit requirements. Take necessary precautions to ensure guest safety and compliance with legal regulations.

As many farmers would agree, soil sampling is an important aspect of modern-day farming. AMS, Inc., a family-owned company since 1942, now in its 4th generation, introduces the Auto-Field Sampler (AFS), a cutting-edge solution designed to modernize the agricultural industry's soil sampling process. The AFS, a hydraulic-driven soil core sampling machine, retrieves a 7/8-inch diameter soil core from depths of 0 to 12 inches within a mere 5.5 seconds. This performance may vary depending on the current soil conditions. The development of the AFS focused on simplicity and user-friendliness, requiring minimal operational knowledge to get started. This is a significant step forward compared to traditional manual soil sampling techniques. The AFS not only covers more acreage in less time but also drastically reduces the physical strain on the user, a common complaint with manual sampling. Operating the AFS is simple. From the comfort of your carrier vehicle's seat, using a simple control switch, you can drive the soil probe into the ground and retrieve it, all with the push of a button. Upon retrieval, the soil core is automatically deposited into a collection container designed for a composite sample. This container can hold between six to ten samples before reaching capacity. When full, the contents can be easily emptied into boxes or bags for further analysis. The container can then be reinserted into the AFS, ready for continued sampling.The AFS allows for the adjustment of sampling depths as required. The Auto-Field Sampler (AFS) from AMS, Inc. is a cool tool because it represents a significant advancement in agricultural soil sampling technology. By making soil sample collection faster, easier, and more efficient, the AFS is set to become an indispensable tool for modern agriculture.

Someone contact Bonnie Tyler because there’s a total eclipse coming. On April 8, a solar eclipse, when the moon passes between the sun and Earth, will occur in the afternoon. The event is scheduled to happen in Ontario beginning around 2:00pm. Niagara Falls, Ont., is noted as the best place to see the eclipse, with the sun being fully eclipsed for roughly three minutes from 3:20 and 3:23pm. Farmers will be watching with anticipation. “I’m looking forward to this one because it’s going to be a total eclipse,” Stuart McCall, owner of McGrows Farms & Gardens in Garson, Ont., told Farms.com. “I’m expecting some dramatic changes.” When an eclipse last occurred in 2017, McCall noted and graphed the changes on his farm. “We have a 10-kilowatt solar power generation system on the roof of the house,” he said. “Before the eclipse we were operating at around 8,700 kilowatts. When the eclipse hit, that (energy number) dropped to under 3,000 kilowatts. And that wasn’t even a full eclipse, so I’m interested to see what readings we get this time around.” The temperature in his greenhouse dropped about 15 degrees. And the re

Canadians are coming to grips with an increase to the national carbon tax. On April 1, the price on pollution increased by $15 per tonne from $65 to $80 per tonne. By 2030, it’s expected the carbon tax will cost $170 per tonne. Farmers like Ethan Wallace, a dairy and grain farmer from Huron County, are concerned about what the increased costs will mean to their operations. “This tax is a direct draw on producers’ income,” he told Farms.com. “It’s a consumption tax that’s meant to change our behaviour and move us away from fossil fuels. But in agriculture there’s no alternative. I can’t heat my barn or dry my grain or fuel my tractors with anything except fossil fuels.” For clarification, Canadian farmers are already exempt from paying the carbon tax on gasoline and diesel used in farm vehicles. In Ontario, the price of gas and diesel increased by about 3.3 cents and 4 cents per litre, respectively on April 1. And the carbon tax on natural gas went up to 15.25 cents per cubic metre. These increases and their potential impact on Canadian farms is a perfect example of why Bill C-234 needs to pass, Wallace said. The bill, which would remove th

The Grain Farmers of Ontario, representing 28,000 farmers, are calling on the federal government to exempt grain drying from the carbon tax. The carbon tax is set to increase on April 1, 2024, raising concerns for farmers facing limited options for drying grain. Grain Farmers of Ontario Chair Jeff Harrison argues that the tax unfairly penalizes farmers for a necessary process. Drying grain is essential for safe storage and consumption. Grain farmers lack viable alternatives to current drying technologies, and the rising tax adds to their financial burden. Harrison highlights the confusion among Canadians who see food bank lineups while the government increases food production costs. He emphasizes the provincial government's support for farmers, Premier Doug Ford issued a public statement on the carbon tax and Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs Lisa Thompson sent a letter to the federal government signed by Ontario commodity organizations. The Grain Farmers of Ontario urge the Liberal government to implement a grain drying exemption when the House of Commons resumes after Easter. This exemption would help alleviate the financial pressure on Ontario grain farmers.

Ontario farmers intend to plant 3.137 million soybean acres -- a new record high, according to the 2024 Farms.com Risk Management Ontario farmer survey, conducted January 6th - March 16th, 2024, with a total of 412 respondents. The survey is projecting that Ontario farmers intend to plant 6.380 million acres of corn, soybeans and all wheat combined this year, slightly lower than last year. This is in line with the average at 6.3 million acres but slightly lower than 2019 at 6.415 million acres. Intended Ontario corn acres in 2024 are expected to fall 2.26% to 2.210 million acres slightly below the 5-year average vs. 2024 but soybean acres are up 7.7% at 3.137 million acres to a new record high! Lower inputs in soybeans with an IP premium of $5 - $6/bu is attracting more acres in 2024. Wheat acres are down 13.53%. Wheat acres are down due to a challenging 2023 soybean harvest, lower economics and it was a wet fall. The Farms.com Risk Management survey is projecting more corn, soybean and less wheat acres than Statistics Canada. “Corn acres in Ontario are holding despite being forecasted lower following a record yield in 2023, the second in three years with above average yields," says Moe Agostino, Chief Commodity Strategist with Farms.com Risk Management. The highlights in the survey show HRS wheat up 30%, oat acres +33.95% and SRW wheat down 13.30%. “Farmers in most areas had a good corn crop last year and that is holding corn acres on many farms where soybeans tend to be more variable on sand to variable soils,” explains Stephen Denys, Director of Business Management, Maizex Seeds. “In more clay soil-based counties like Essex, Lambton, Haldimand we have heard about more acres to soybeans versus corn given yield potential. This also applies to farmers who do not own a corn dryer and where drying costs were high last fall and not likely to change this year with the carbon tax. That said, corn will still pay the bills on many farms given the yield potential in a normal year. “ Lower inputs and higher premiums are attracting more soybean acres. Many smaller farmers are looking at switching to soybeans due to lower input costs and higher IP soybean premiums at $5-6/bu. “2024 Ontario wheat acres are down because of economics with a -$40+/acre loss without straw does not pay the bills,” explains Henry Prinzen, Chief Agronomist for Maizex Seeds. “Any borderline corn acres will go to soybeans, and to a large degree most farmers are sticking to a rotation but the $5-$6/premium to grow IP soybeans remains a sweet deal. If you do not own a planter or combine acres will switch to soybeans.” According to Agronomist Peter Johnson (aka Wheat Pete), “many of the farms with heavy soils are swi

As many farmers would agree, soil sampling is an important aspect of modern-day farming. AMS, Inc., a family-owned company since 1942, now in its 4th generation, introduces the Auto-Field Sampler (AFS), a cutting-edge solution designed to modernize the agricultural industry's soil sampling process. The AFS, a hydraulic-driven soil core sampling machine, retrieves a 7/8-inch diameter soil core from depths of 0 to 12 inches within a mere 5.5 seconds. This performance may vary depending on the current soil conditions. The development of the AFS focused on simplicity and user-friendliness, requiring minimal operational knowledge to get started. This is a significant step forward compared to traditional manual soil sampling techniques. The AFS not only covers more acreage in less time but also drastically reduces the physical strain on the user, a common complaint with manual sampling. Operating the AFS is simple. From the comfort of your carrier vehicle's seat, using a simple control switch, you can drive the soil probe into the ground and retrieve it, all with the push of a button. Upon retrieval, the soil core is automatically deposited into a collection container designed for a composite sample. This container can hold between six to ten samples before reaching capacity. When full, the contents can be easily emptied into boxes or bags for further analysis. The container can then be reinserted into the AFS, ready for continued sampling.The AFS allows for the adjustment of sampling depths as required. The Auto-Field Sampler (AFS) from AMS, Inc. is a cool tool because it represents a significant advancement in agricultural soil sampling technology. By making soil sample collection faster, easier, and more efficient, the AFS is set to become an indispensable tool for modern agriculture.

Someone contact Bonnie Tyler because there’s a total eclipse coming. On April 8, a solar eclipse, when the moon passes between the sun and Earth, will occur in the afternoon. The event is scheduled to happen in Ontario beginning around 2:00pm. Niagara Falls, Ont., is noted as the best place to see the eclipse, with the sun being fully eclipsed for roughly three minutes from 3:20 and 3:23pm. Farmers will be watching with anticipation. “I’m looking forward to this one because it’s going to be a total eclipse,” Stuart McCall, owner of McGrows Farms & Gardens in Garson, Ont., told Farms.com. “I’m expecting some dramatic changes.” When an eclipse last occurred in 2017, McCall noted and graphed the changes on his farm. “We have a 10-kilowatt solar power generation system on the roof of the house,” he said. “Before the eclipse we were operating at around 8,700 kilowatts. When the eclipse hit, that (energy number) dropped to under 3,000 kilowatts. And that wasn’t even a full eclipse, so I’m interested to see what readings we get this time around.” The temperature in his greenhouse dropped about 15 degrees. And the re

Canadians are coming to grips with an increase to the national carbon tax. On April 1, the price on pollution increased by $15 per tonne from $65 to $80 per tonne. By 2030, it’s expected the carbon tax will cost $170 per tonne. Farmers like Ethan Wallace, a dairy and grain farmer from Huron County, are concerned about what the increased costs will mean to their operations. “This tax is a direct draw on producers’ income,” he told Farms.com. “It’s a consumption tax that’s meant to change our behaviour and move us away from fossil fuels. But in agriculture there’s no alternative. I can’t heat my barn or dry my grain or fuel my tractors with anything except fossil fuels.” For clarification, Canadian farmers are already exempt from paying the carbon tax on gasoline and diesel used in farm vehicles. In Ontario, the price of gas and diesel increased by about 3.3 cents and 4 cents per litre, respectively on April 1. And the carbon tax on natural gas went up to 15.25 cents per cubic metre. These increases and their potential impact on Canadian farms is a perfect example of why Bill C-234 needs to pass, Wallace said. The bill, which would remove th

Across Ontario's pork industry there is a growing number of young farmers that are poised to lend their voices as advocates for the agriculture sector. Among them is Erin Kollman. “As I take on more of a leadership role on our farm, our friends are starting to do the same on neighbouring farms,” says third generation pork farmer Erin Kollman. While she may not be the loudest voice in every room, Erin knows when to speak up, and says the opinions of young pork producers are extremely valuable for the industry. “The success of our industry depends on young producers getting involved, whether that's joining a committee, the board or a local association, what we do matters.” Erin and her husband Kyle, along with their two sons, work alongside her parents in a large wean to finish operation in Perth County. “It’s a lot of fun having the kids in the barn. I remember being a kid and just loving it. I hope they fall in love with it like we did.” After taking on more of a management role on her family farm, Erin decided it was important to complete the Ontario Pork Leadership Training Program. A program that really helps to broadenknowledge and experience on what it takes to be a leader in the pork sector. “I really, enjoyed it! I liked the tours we went on and seeing how the pigs go from our farm to the packaging plant, to grocery stores and to restaurants or someone’s kitchen.” She says the program was an excellent learning opportunity to help her become a better leader. “I highly recommend it for anyone who is working with staff, and it’s neat to learn different leadership styles, and how other aspects of the industry operate.” Erin’s goal is to have a positive impact on more polices and initiatives. She says the leadership program has given her the skills needed to do be the leader she aspires to be. “If we don’t speak up then things will get missed and our industry won’t get the attention it deserves. If you have a voice and you want to share it, don’t be scared to speak up.”

In the absence of corn, cereal grains such as wheat and barley can be used very successfully in swine diets. The purpose of this fact sheet is to provide guidance on feeding small cereal grains such as wheat, barley, oats, rye and triticale to pigs. Many countries around the world, as well as other parts of Canada, routinely use wheat and/or barley as the main energy sources for swine rations. Other small grains such as oats, rye and triticale can also be incorporated, although typically at lower inclusion levels. Just like corn, growing and harvesting conditions can impact the nutritional value of cereal grains. Small grains are similar to corn in terms of their nutritional value; however, there are also some important differences to note. Most importantly, small grains are typically higher in crude protein and lysine compared to corn. This means you may need less soybean meal in your diets to compensate. Small grains also have higher digestible phosphorus (providing economic and environmental benefits) but tend to be lower in energy.

HyLife, a leading global food company, is pleased to announce that its President and CEO, Karan Sangfai, has hit the ground running in his new role. Sangfai has embarked on acomprehensive listening tour, visiting various operations across the company to connect with employees and gain valuable insights. In his first few weeks as CEO, Sangfai has already toured numerous areas of HyLife’s fully integrated operations, including farm sites, a state-of-the-art Neepawa Pork Plant, distribution centers, wash bays, transportation locations, and more. This hands-on approach demonstrates Sangfai’s commitment to gaining a deeper understanding of every aspect of the business and fostering a strong culture of collaboration. One employee, Kevin Escobilla, Manager of Neepawa Wash Bay, expressed his excitement in joining the CEO forlunch, saying, “Meeting our new CEO was incredible. I am starstruck; this is very good for morale. Seeing him on the ground, eating with us, talking with us, it encourages me more to do my work even better.” Escobilla’s sentiment reflects the positive impact Sangfai’s presence has had on employees. Sangfai, a seasoned global leader with an impressive track record, brings a wealth of experience to his new role. Prior to joining HyLife, he held senior positions at CPF, Samsung Electronics, and Myanmar CP Group. Over the past two years, Sangfai has been an integral part of HyLife’s leadership team and has actively engaged with local communities.

Pleased to share the core section of the April/May edition for Prairie Hog Country was uploaded to the printers early yesterday morning. This edition has follow up coverage from many of the great meetings/events that have been happening in the hog sector: Manitoba Swine Seminar, Alberta Pork Regional, Saskatchewan Livestock Expo and h@ms. In addition stories on the bad deal coalition, V cool, AFAC collapse, PED spring fears, a recent expansion to boar stud, a new Canadian Pork office in Manila, moving forward in the Ukraine, and much much more. Also included in this issue is our annual readership survey, please take the time to fill out and return. This helps us serve you, our readers and industry sector better. The issue will be in the hands of Canada Post next Thursday, the same time the online update will completed too. Thanks for the continued support.

Scientists representing the pork industry, international organizations, allied industries, academic institutions and or public-private partnerships are being invited to submit research proposals designed to help enhance U.S. prevention, preparedness and response capabilities for Japanese encephalitis virus. The Swine Health Information Center and the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research have issued a call for research proposals to address specific research priorities related to Japanese Encephalitis Virus, a mosquito born infection that affects several species including pigs and people. JEV was identified in Australia in 2022 and, although North American remains free of the infection, it has been identified as a priority for North American prevention and preparedness.SHIC Executive Director Dr. Megan Niederwerder says, in response to this emerging disease, the Swine Health Information Center and the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research have identified 13 research priorities for JEV. Quote-Dr. Megan Niederwerder-Swine Health Information Center: We are requesting proposals that are collaborative projects that demonstrate urgent and timeliness of completion for the greatest value to pork producers, and so efficient use of funds.We also want to ensure that these research proposals that are being developed and solicited address one of the 13 research priorities that have been outlined in the call for proposals. We're looking for projects that should be completed within a 12-to-18-month period and project budgets that are up to 250 thousand.We are looking for proposals that have the most efficient use of funds and that are submitted by the deadline, which is April 15th, 2024 by 5:00 pm central.There is a research proposal template that we are asking anyone developing a proposal to utilize for their submission and submission and submission instructions that are on the web site. Dr. Niederwerder notes links to the application template and to a webinar which explains the application process, can be accessed through the Swine Health Information Center or the Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research websites.

Research conducted by the Western College of Veterinary Medicine is shedding new light on the cause and on possible prevention and treatment options for ear tip necrosis. Ear tip necrosis is a condition were the tip of the ear turns necrotic leading to partial or complete loss of the ear.In response to increased reports in western Canada of ear tip necrosis, researchers with the Western College of Veterinary Medicine have been investigating the cause of the condition as part of an effort to develop effective preventions and/or treatments. Dr. Matheus Costa, an Assistant Professor with the Western College of Veterinary Medicine and an adjunct professor with Utrecht University, says every pig producing region in the world has reported ear tip necrosis. Quote-Dr. Matheus Costa-Western College of Veterinary Medicine: There are two main things we've learned from this study.One is that ear tip necrosis is an infectious disease caused by a bacterium so this puts us at an advantage compared to where we were one to two years ago.Now we know that this is not caused by a mycotoxin, this is not just simply the environment. There is an agent and this agent is a bacterium, and also, we know that this bacterium is not coming from a systemic infection.This bacterium is coming from outside in.This bacterium is introduced to the skin and when the skin barrier is broken, for example if a pig chews on the other pig's ear, that inoculates that ear and virtually all pigs carry this bacterium that can cause ear tip necrosis so, the moment they chew on that ear and break the skin, they inoculate that pig with the bacterium that causes ear tip necrosis and that's how we perceive ear tip necrosis to develop right now. Dr. Costa suggests this new information is a potential game changer.He says we now know this condition is caused by a bacterium that can hopefully be treated by antibiotic therapy or even be prevented by vaccination and pork producers can stop investing in treatments that will not control ear tip necrosis.

Research conducted by the Western College of Veterinary Medicine suggests management changes made early in the life of the pig, such as providing chewable materials and more space to play, results in pigs that are easier to handle and that gain weight faster throughout their lives. As part of the NSERC Industrial Research Chair in Swine Welfare research program, scientists with the Western College of Veterinary Medicine examined the lifetime effects of management modifications, including the provision of chewable materials such as burlap and rope, increased space to facilitate play and increased human contact during the lactation period, the nursery period and both on long-term welfare and productivity. Siba Khalife, a PhD candidate swine behavior and welfare at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, says, in spite of advancements in production and housing pigs still encounter stresses that can lead to welfare challenges like aggression and tail biting. Quote-Siba Khalife-Western College of Veterinary Medicine: We were wanting to look at modifications that we can make to the management that would help pigs in the long term through the entire production cycle.What we came up with is targeting an early life development period where the pig is very naive to its environment. We decided to see if these early life modifications are able to change the pig's growth and its welfare in the long term if given in early life.So far what we have is preliminary data.We're still working on analyzing everything but we do know that the pigs were easier to handle if they were given the early life modifications in growth to lactation and the nursery period.At the end of nursery, we realized that they were easier to handle and they also had overall higher average daily gain. Khalife says this work shows even small early life management modifications may make a difference in the resilience of the pigs in the face of typical management stresses resulting in higher growth and better welfare outcomes.Details on this work can be accessed at swinewelfare.ca.

An economic assessment conducted on behalf of the Swine Health Information Center has determined a Japanese encephalitis virus outbreak in the United States, similar to the one experienced in Australia in 2022, would cost the U.S. pork sector between 306 million and 612 million dollars in lost production. In response to Japanese encephalitis virus outbreak in Australia in 2022, Dr. Liz Wagstrom with Wagstrom Consulting and a team of economists and production veterinarians gathered production data from the Australian outbreak to predict production losses in the event of a U.S. incursion. Swine Health Information Center Associate Director Dr. Lisa Becton says understanding the potential economic impacts of JEV on pork production in the U.S. is critical to protecting the health of the US swine herd as well as mitigating the risk of this emerging disease. Quote-Dr. Lisa Becton-Swine Health Information Center: Australia's herd size is smaller than the United States.There's about 2.4 million pigs at approximately 43 hundred piggeries where as in comparison the United States has about 72 million pigs spread out across 68 thousand farms. What was evaluated was the production impact and it was estimated, comparing the Australian outbreak to U.S. production numbers, 32 percent of U.S. herds could be impacted by this outbreak and these are adult breeding herds.This includes losses of one to two percent, mostly to reproductive issues such as failure to reproduce, piglet losses including stillborns and mummies and other things like that. When compared and estimated, the value to the industry losses is ranging from 306 million to 612 million dollars in that particular outbreak.Full results of the JEV Economic Assessment can be accessed through the Swine Health Information Center website at swinehealth.org.For more visit Farmscape.Ca. Bruce Cochrane.

As the growing season takes root across Ontario, fruit and vegetable producers are already laying the groundwork for a successful harvest. A key part of their preparation is addressing the perennial challenge of securing enough labour to manage the intensive demands of planting, tending, and harvesting crops. This challenge is met with a solution that has a rich history and critical impact on Canada's food supply: the Seasonal Agricultural Worker Program (SAWP). Established over 50 years ago, SAWP has become an essential component in Ontario agriculture, acting as a bridge between local labour shortages and the need for a reliable workforce. This year, about 18,000 seasonal workers from countries including Mexico, Jamaica, Barbados, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Eastern Caribbean are expected to join Ontario's farms. Their arrival is not just a boon for the approximately 1,100 farms that will benefit from their labour but also for Canadian families who enjoy fresh, local produce as a result. The reliance on SAWP highlights a broader issue within the agricultural sector: a significant shortage of domestic workers. This gap in the workforce is not just a logistical problem for farmers; it represents a substantial economic loss, estimated at around $1.5 billion annually. This shortfall affects not only individual farms but also Canada's competitive standing in the global market. Ken Forth, president of F.A.R.M.S. (not affiliated with this website), is at the forefront of this issue, advocating for the importance of SAWP in ensuring the resilience and success of Ontario's agricultural sector. In a time when food security and sustainable local production are more crucial than ever, the program's role in supporting farmers is invaluable. Through programs like SAWP, Ontario's agricultural community continues to thrive, providing essential resources for both local communities and the broader Canadian population.

Researchers at the University of Alberta have discovered a promising new method for decontaminating grain and boosting seed germination using cold plasma. This low-temperature version of plasma, the state of matter found in stars, offers a safe and effective way to address challenges faced by Canadian grain growers. Mycotoxins, harmful fungal toxins, contaminate a significant portion of grain crops globally, including wheat and barley in Western Canada. These toxins pose health risks to humans and animals, and traditional methods for removing them are often ineffective. The new cold plasma treatment developed by the researchers decontaminates grains by neutralizing toxins on the surface. This method successfully reduced toxin levels by 54% and holds promise for even greater effectiveness with further optimization. The benefits extend beyond decontamination. Treating barley with cold plasma-activated water not only reduced toxins but also improved seed germination by 10-13%. This can lead to increased crop yields and improved efficiency in the malting industry. Cold plasma technology offers several advantages. Treatments are fast, taking only minutes to hours, and environmentally friendly as they require minimal resources and leave no residues on the grain. Additionally, plasma can decontaminate the water used in the steeping process, reducing waste and promoting sustainability. This research represents a significant advancement for the agricultural industry. By reducing grain spoilage, improving food safety, and potentially boosting yields, cold plasma technology can benefit farmers and consumers. The University of Alberta is exploring licensing opportunities for this technology and further research is underway to scale it up for commercial use. These advancements offer exciting possibilities for a brighter future for Canadian grain production.

By: Farms.com Canadian researchers are investing in the future of canola and sunflowers. A $31 million project led by Protein Industries Canada aims to develop high-protein canola and sunflower meal for various applications. This will increase the value of these crops for Canadian farmers and create new market opportunities. The project focuses on creating high-protein canola seeds that produce meals with more protein and less fiber. This meal will be ideal for animal feed, particularly for non-ruminant livestock and farmed fish. Additionally, researchers are developing new processing methods to create high-value products from canola and sunflower seeds, such as protein concentrates and oil bodies. These ingredients can be used in plant-based dairy and meat alternatives. This project is expected to benefit Canadian farmers by increasing the profitability of canola and sunflower production. It will also create new jobs in the agriculture and food processing sectors. This investment is part of a larger initiative by Protein Industries Canada to position Canada as a global leader in sustainable food production. By developing innovative new products from Canadian crops, this project will contribute to a more prosperous and sustainable agricultural industry.